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Movies You DON'T Want to Rent for Mother's Day [VIDEO]

Laura Peterson — Thu, 02 May 2013 20:43:51 +0000

Just in case your plans for Mother’s Day is to sit down with mom and watch a movie, here are a few to avoid. Or, you can watch them to remind yourself how good of a mother you are, or how wonderful your mother was to you. 1. Mother’s Day This remake of the 1980 [...]

5 Gifts Not to Get Mom for Mother's Day

Wendy Gould — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 17:49:13 +0000

Mother’s Day is around the corner, so now’s a good time to start doing some present planning. A good place to start is what not to get her, so we thought we’d help you out. Moms have killer poker faces, which is why you may not have noticed any disappointment over presents you’ve given her in [...]

Top 5 Reasons Why I Love Being a Mom

Laura Peterson — Wed, 09 May 2012 19:06:35 +0000

With Mother’s Day just around the corner, I thought I’d take a minute to reflect on the past 11 years and my journey as a mother. There are countless reasons why I love being a mom, but here are just a few of my favorites. 1. My body Yup, I said it. Why do I [...]

What's the Real Story Behind the History of Mother's Day?

Carl Pettit — Mon, 07 May 2012 15:30:40 +0000

There seems to be a holiday for every member of the family these days, but none is probably more important than Mother’s Day.

What daughter or son would dare forget the woman who gave birth to them? With that in mind, here are a few historical tidbits about the origins of Mother’s Day.

13 Reasons Why You Won't Be Getting a Mother's Day Gift

Danny Gallagher — Mon, 07 May 2012 13:30:49 +0000

Mother’s Day is just around the corner. That means if you haven’t done so already, now is the time to start figuring out how you’re gonna win your mom’s affection, or if you’re the mother, how you’re gonna guilt your children into showing them how much they care about you.

Some mommies, however, won’t be getting a gift or brunch in bed and not because their kids forgot that it’s Mother’s Day.

5 Awesome Do-It-Yourself Gifts for Mother's Day That Will Leave Mom at a Loss for Words [VIDEOS]

Townsquare Staff — Fri, 04 May 2012 16:02:53 +0000

Whether you’re tight on cash or simply want to shower mom with gifts from the heart, opting for the do-it-yourself route is a great alternative to store bought treats. And even though she’ll love anything you get her, she’ll definitely notice — and appreciate — the extra bit of elbow grease you put into Mother’s Day this year.

The 6 Best Online Card Sites for Mother's Day to Help You Show Mom How Great She Really Is

Wendy Gould — Thu, 03 May 2012 14:34:35 +0000

Whether you’ve already splurged on mom or are panicking at the last minute to find an easy way to show your appreciation for all she does, have no fear. The Internet is here to save the day with online Mother’s Day cards. Some showcase your sense of humor, some get all mushy gushy and heartfelt, [...]

28th Annual YWCA Mother's Day Walk/Run

Laura Peterson — Tue, 17 Apr 2012 15:49:37 +0000

Are the guys going fishing Mother’s Day weekend? Then get all the ladies together for the 28th Annual YWCA Mother’s Day Walk/Run! We’re proud to be a sponsor again this year, and we’re getting excited to celebrate the women in our lives, and famous women in history. This year the YWCA has planned a theme [...]

Minnesota Considers 'Mom's Amendment' to Move Fishing Opener [POLL]

Tony Hart — Fri, 30 Mar 2012 22:07:35 +0000

The Senate minority leader Tom Bakk has proposed a new bill that would move this year’s fishing opener one weekend so it doesn’t conflict with Mother’s Day, if passed the new fishing opener would be the weekend of May 5th and 6th. Bakk said he’s making the proposal for several reasons, one of them being [...]

What Did You Get For Mother's Day?

Laura Peterson — Mon, 09 May 2011 21:27:55 +0000

Ok, one last post about Mother’s Day…until next year. I read this statistic this morning, and I found it pretty interesting. Moms may have enjoyed dinner in a restaurant for Mother’s Day, but they say they are honored on Mother’s Day for no more than 5-10 minutes. A survey of 1,690 mothers suggests that on [...]

Happy Mothers Day! The Hardest Job in the World

Jeanne Ryan — Fri, 06 May 2011 19:23:51 +0000

The hardest job on the planet hands down. I still am in awe of how my Mom did it. 5 kids are you kidding? She had help from my dad of course, but thinking back what an amazing woman with an incredibly hard job. Laura and I were talking this morning about tips on what [...]

What Moms REALLY Want For Mother's Day

Laura Peterson — Fri, 06 May 2011 17:54:20 +0000

While the typical Mother’s Day gifts may please some, it’s the extra special thought that goes a long way. Every mom is different so the key is finding what the mom in your life finds most important. Unfortunately, it may be Johnny Depp, but since that’s not possible here are a few tips on what [...]

Five Useful Mother's Day Gifts

Mix 108 Staff — Thu, 21 Apr 2011 21:25:55 +0000

If you really think about it, Mother's Day is the perfect opportunity to make up for all those times you gave mom a hard time during your youth. After all, a bouquet of daffodils now definitely excuses that time you snuck out of the house at 2 am. And a box of gourmet truffles? The perfect antidote to the antique china you broke while running around like a wild banshee.

But while flowers and chocolate are dandy, they don't last long. Treat Mom to one of these five Mother's Day gifts she'll both use and love for years to come: